A patient is admitted with a chemical burn caused by a malfunctioning oven-cleaner container. What should the nurse keep in mind about this type of burn? Select all that apply.

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1. Alkalis, such as oven cleaners, result in more serious burns than acids because they are more difficult to neutralize, resulting in deeper tissue damage.
2. Alkalis, such as oven cleaners, result in more serious burns than acids because they are more difficult to neutralize, resulting in deeper tissue damage.
3. The extent of damage from a chemical is related to the amount and duration of contact with the skin.
4. Health care workers should be aware of risk to themselves or other patients and take appropriate cautions by remembering to wear personal protective equipment.
5. National, state, or local poison control centers should be contacted for information on how to neutralize the specific chemical agent.

A Patient Is Admitted with a Chemical Burn Caused by a Malfunctioning